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European telecoms seek independent satellite network to counter Starlink
Major European mobile operators are moving to jointly build satellite communications services to counter Starlink, operated by Elon Musk\'s SpaceX. Deutsche Telekom, Orange, Telefonica and Vodafone have signed a letter of intent to consider a joint bid for European MSS spectrum. The plan focuses on direct-to-device services linking smartphones to satellites for coverage in remote areas and disaster sites, while partners would supply satellites.
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Satellite connectivity battle heats up as FCC votes on key spectrum auction plan
The U.S. Federal Communications Commission is moving to increase spectrum supply to expand direct-to-device satellite services linking smartphones and satellites. The FCC will vote on Oct. 29 on a plan to auction 25 MHz in the 1675-1695 MHz and 2020-2025 MHz bands. It will also discuss using an additional 482 MHz for space-based supplemental coverage and updating related rules, steps that do not immediately assign spectrum.
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Skylo speeds push into South Korea with satellite links for regular smartphones
Skylo Technologies is accelerating its push into South Korea with a service that allows regular smartphones to use satellite communications in areas without mobile coverage. The company says its direct-to-device technology connects phones to satellites without dedicated terminals or external antennas and works with mobile standards. Skylo said it operates commercial services in 37 countries and had connected about 7 million devices as of June 2025.
